Lesson Plan
Coping Comparison Plan
Students will identify and compare healthy and unhealthy coping strategies, share personal examples, and apply a critique rubric to develop an action plan for stress management.
High school seniors face academic and social pressures that can impact well-being. This session builds self-awareness, peer support, and equips students with practical tools to replace unhelpful coping with healthier alternatives.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation and Setup
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Icebreaker
10 minutes
Step 2
Define Healthy vs. Unhealthy Coping
15 minutes
Step 3
Coping Strategy Swap Activity
15 minutes
Step 4
Peer Insights Dialogue
10 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Critique
5 minutes
